The device is intended for use in providing tracheal access for airway management.
Device Story
Single-patient-use tracheostomy tube provides artificial airway for neonatal and pediatric patients in hospitals, long-term care, or home settings. Device consists of radiopaque cannula (cuffed or cuffless), one-piece flange with integrated 15mm connector, and obturator. Cuffed versions include TaperGuard™ cuff, inflation line, pilot balloon, and valve. Device inserted by clinician to maintain airway patency; 15mm connector allows interface with standard ventilation and anesthesia equipment. Radiopaque material assists in visualization. Design changes from predicates include narrowed cannula angle range, one-piece flange/connector, and updated non-DEHP PVC material grades. Provides tracheal access to facilitate ventilation and airway management.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data provided. Substantial equivalence supported by biocompatibility, sterilization, packaging, MRI compatibility, and mechanical bench testing (cuff performance, connector mechanical performance, cannula bend).
Technological Characteristics
Materials: Non-DEHP PVC (cannula, flange, cuff, inflation system), Polypropylene (obturator), Cotton (neck strap). Design: Radiopaque, 120° cannula angle, one-piece flange with integrated 15mm connector. Standards: ISO 5366-1, ISO 5366-3, ISO 5356-1, ISO 10993-1, ISO 11135-1, ISO 11607-1, ASTM F2503-13. Sterilization: Ethylene oxide. MR status: MR Conditional (cuffed), MR Safe (cuffless).
Indications for Use
Indicated for neonatal and pediatric patients requiring tracheal access for airway management. Contraindications include patients where tracheostomy is not clinically indicated.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A tracheostomy tube and tube cuff is a device intended to be placed into a surgical opening of the trachea to facilitate ventilation to the lungs. The cuff may be a separate or integral part of the tracheostomy tube and is, when inflated, intended to establish a seal between the tracheal wall and the tracheostomy tube. The cuff is used to prevent the patient's aspiration of substances, such as blood or vomit, or to provide a means for positive-pressure ventilation of the patient. This device is made of either stainless steel or plastic.
Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube with TaperGuard™ Cuff (K142298)
Reference Devices
Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric long Tracheostomy Tube (K945513)
Shiley™ cuffed Pediatric long Tracheostomy Tube (K955680)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## 510(k) SUMMARY K182861
In accordance with the Food and Drug Administration Rule to implement provisions of the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990 and in conformance with 21 CFR 807.92, this information serves as a 510(k) Summary for the Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube.
| Submitted By: | Covidien<br>6135 Gunbarrel Avenue<br>Boulder, CO 80301 |
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| Date: | February 19, 2019 |
| Contact Person: | Yaara Basevitch<br>Regulatory Affairs Manager<br>(720) 891-0214 |
| Proprietary Name: | Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube |
| Common Name: | Tracheostomy Tube & Tube Cuff |
| Device Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 868.5800 – Class II |
| Device Product Code & Panel: | JOH |
| Predicate Devices: | Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube Cuffless<br>(K122531)<br>Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube with<br>TaperGuard™ Cuff (K142298) |
| Reference Device: | Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric long Tracheostomy Tube<br>(K945513)<br>Shiley™ cuffed Pediatric long Tracheostomy Tube<br>(K955680) |
#### Device Description
The subject devices are single patient use tracheostomy tubes that are intended to provide an artificial airway for airway management. It is available in multiple neonatal and pediatric sizes, all of which are available either cuffless or with a TaperGuard™ cuff. The products have a radiopaque tube with a clear flange and standard 15mm connector for direct connection to standard ventilation and anesthesia equipment. The products are not made with natural rubber latex or DEHP.
# Indications for Use/Intended Use
The device is intended for use in providing tracheal access for airway management.
# Technological Characteristics Comparison
The subject device is identical in intended use, basic design, functionality, and size range to the predicate devices. The subject device features a few design and material changes compared to the predicates. The
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cannula angle of the subject device features a more narrowed angle range in comparison to the predicate device. The subject device features a one-piece flange with integrated 15mm connector; whereas, the predicate featured a two-piece design. The materials of the subject device cannula, 15mm connector and flange, and cuff were changed to a different grade of non-DEHP PVC in comparison to the predicate device. A comparison table is provided below.
| | | SUBJECT | PREDICATE | |
|------------------------|------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | | Shiley™ Neonatal/Pediatric<br>Tracheostomy Tube<br>(cuffed & cuffless) | Shiley™<br>Neonatal/Pediatric<br>Tracheostomy Tube –<br>cuffed [K142298] | Shiley™<br>Neonatal/Pediatric<br>Tracheostomy Tube –<br>cuffless [K122531] |
| Intended Use | | Providing tracheal access for<br>airway management | Identical | Identical |
| Patient Population | | Neonatal & pediatric | Identical | Identical |
| Environment of Use | | Hospitals, long-term care<br>facilities, home care | Identical | Identical |
| Use | | Single patient | Identical | Identical |
| Sterilization | | Ethylene oxide | Identical | Identical |
| Shelf Life | | 5 years | Identical | Identical |
| MR Compatibility | | MR Conditional (cuffed);<br>MR Safe (cuffless) | Not specified | Not specified |
| DESIGN | | | | |
| Device Design | | Per ISO 5366-1, ISO 5366-3,<br>ISO 5356-1 | Per ISO 5366-1, ISO 5366-<br>3, ISO 5356-1 | Per ISO 5366-1, ISO 5366-<br>3, ISO 5356-1 |
| | Neonatal | 2.5 - 4.5 | Identical | Identical |
| Size Range | Pediatric | 2.5 - 6.5 | Identical | Identical |
| | | Transparent flexible material<br>with integrated connector | Transparent flexible<br>material; 2-piece design | Transparent flexible<br>material; 2-piece design |
| Flange | | | | |
| Connector | | Flexible, integrated with<br>flange (1-piece design) | Rigid 15mm cap molded to<br>flange (2-piece design) | Rigid 15mm cap molded<br>to flange (2-piece design) |
| Cannula Angle | | 120° (105-120°) | 120° | 120° |
| | Cuffed | Lumen present | Identical | N/A |
| Cannula Wall | Cuffless | No lumen | N/A | Lumen present |
| Radiopaque Cannula | | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cuff | | Taper-shaped, low-pressure | Identical | N/A |
| Inflation System | | Inflation line, pilot balloon,<br>inflation valve, luer guard | Identical | N/A |
| Obturator & Neck Strap | | Identical to predicate | Identical | Identical |
| MATERIALS | | | | |
| Cannula | | Non-DEHP PVC | Non-DEHP PVC | Non-DEHP PVC |
| Flange | | Non-DEHP PVC | Non-DEHP PVC | Non-DEHP PVC |
| 15mm Connector | | Non-DEHP PVC | ABS | ABS |
| Cuff | | Non-DEHP PVC | Non-DEHP PVC | N/A |
| Inflation<br>System | Inflation<br>line | Non-DEHP PVC | Identical | N/A |
| | Pilot<br>balloon | Non-DEHP PVC | Identical | |
| | <b>Inflation valve</b> | PVC housing with metal spring and nitrile gasket | Identical | |
| | <b>Luer guard</b> | Non-DEHP PVC | Identical | |
| <b>Obturator</b> | | Polypropylene | Identical | Identical |
| <b>Neck Strap</b> | | Cotton | Identical | Identical |
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## Substantial Equivalence - Summary of Performance Testing
The following performance data were provided in support of the substantial equivalence determination:
## Biocompatibility testing
The biocompatibility evaluation was conducted in accordance with FDA Guidance "Use of International Standard ISO-10993, 'Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices Part 1: Evaluation and Testing," May 1, 1995, and International Standard ISO 10993-1 "Biological Evaluation of Medical Devices – Part 1: Evaluation and Testing Within a Risk Management Process," as recognized by FDA. The tests included are cytotoxicity, sensitization, acute systemic toxicity, genotoxicity, subchronic toxicity, material mediated rabbit pyrogen, implantation, chemical characterization, and risk assessment.
## Sterilization and Packaging Validation
Validation was conducted to ensure the subject device product sterility to the end user for ISO 11135-1 and ISO 10993-7 is acceptable. Packaging validation was in accordance with ISO 11607-1.
#### MRI Compatibility
MRI safety and compatibility and MR compatibility labeling for the subject devices in accordance with FDA guidance "Establishing Safety and Compatibility of Passive Implants in the MR Environment", and ASTM F2503-13.
#### Bench Testing
Bench testing on the subject device was conducted in accordance with ISO 5366-3, ISO 5356-1. In addition, internal bench testing to assess the cuff performance, connector mechanical performance and cannula bend were performed.
#### Substantial Equivalence - Clinical Evidence
N/A - Clinical evidence was not necessary to show substantial equivalence.
#### Substantial Equivalence - Conclusions
No new questions of safety and effectiveness have been raised. From the evidence presented in the Premarket Notification, the subject devices can be considered substantially equivalent.
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K182861
Device Name
Shiley Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube
Indications for Use (Describe)
The device is intended for use in providing tracheal access for airway management.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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Covidien Yaara Basevitch Regulatory Affairs Manager 6135 Gunbarrel Ave Boulder, Colorado 80301
Re: K182861
Trade/Device Name: Shiley Neonatal/Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube Regulation Number: 21 CFR 868.5800 Regulation Name: Tracheostomy Tube And Tube Cuff Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOH Dated: February 19, 2019 Received: February 21, 2019
Dear Yaara Basevitch:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely,
for Tina Kiang, Ph.D. Acting Director Division of Anesthesiology. General Hospital. Respiratory. Infection Control, and Dental Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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